Notre Dame Fighting Irish's Second Half Surge Falls Short Against California Golden Bears

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish faced off against the California Golden Bears at Haas Pavilion in a tightly contested game that ended with a 72-71 victory for the home team. The Fighting Irish now hold a record of 0-1, while the Golden Bears improve to 1-0. Despite leading by as much as 12 points during the game, Notre Dame was unable to maintain their advantage.

First Half

The first half saw both teams battling for control, with Notre Dame taking an early lead thanks to strong performances from Jalen Haralson and Brady Koehler. Haralson contributed significantly with his scoring ability, while Koehler provided support on both ends of the court. The Fighting Irish managed to outscore the Golden Bears 31-27 by halftime.

Second Half

In the second half, California came out strong and quickly closed the gap. The Golden Bears' offensive efforts were led by their efficient shooting from inside and beyond the arc. Despite this surge, Notre Dame fought back valiantly with Braeden Shrewsberry stepping up his game, scoring crucial points that kept them in contention.

Final Moments

As time wound down in this intense matchup between these two teams, it became clear that every possession mattered. A pivotal play occurred when Carson Towt secured a critical rebound late in regulation; however, it wasn't enough as California managed one last push securing their narrow win over ND.

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs California Golden Bears final score reflected how closely matched these teams were throughout all four quarters played at Haas Pavilion - truly showcasing what makes college sports so exciting!

Looking ahead: Fans can catch more action when ND takes on Clemson Tigers next week (January 10th) at Purcell Pavilion located right here South Bend Indiana starting promptly @6 PM EST live broadcasted nationally via ESPN2 network! Don't miss your chance witness another thrilling encounter unfold before your eyes!

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